This weekend I have a booth at the Cycle Expo in Richmond, VA…….. would you guys be able to use photos from the event on your site if I shoot some pictures to send over?
Livia
Whattaya say guys- Want more pix of Livia?
Hey,Thanks to the hard working Bikernet female Staff,Sin Wu, Nyla, Layla, Coral and the Evil Blonde, this news section is packed. I just flew in from Daytona and haven?t sorted through all the biz cards, notes, bar napkins and brochures. This industry is exploding, hell I just got a call from a wine company. They want me to review their latest bottle of brew. How the hell do I compare a deep amber Chard to Jack Daniels?
I can?t wait until tomorrow to kick off this weekend working on the 2005 Sturgis Shovelhead project. I?m getting close to teardown for powder coating and no chrome. I received my vital CCI flat rear Sportster sprocket and I?m praying for proper rear-wheel alignment.
I?m confused, lost, shaking and waiting for the weekend women to arrive. Don?t forget, if you?re in Minnesota that Donnie Smith?s show is this weekend in Minneapolis. Don?t miss it. Tim Remus will be on hand to cover it for HOT BIKE.
I know there?s lots more, but I?m still confused. Let?s hit the news:
S&S ANNOUNCES NEW DUAL FEEDBACK CLOSED-LOOP FUEL-INJECTION SYSTEM —VIOLA, WI (March 11, 2005) S&S Cycle announces plans to market its new Dual Feedback Closed-Loop Fuel-Injection system. For almost 50 years S&S Cycle has been known as the performance leader in the V-Twin market. Of their high performance engines, components, and assemblies, their fuel delivery systems have brought them the most success. Without question, the S&S teardrop air cleaner over an S&S carburetor is recognized worldwide as a performance icon.
Shortly after third-generation family member, Brett Smith, joined the company in 2002 he made a commitment to the future by strategically focusing the company on the proven performance of S&S fuel delivery systems. Working closely with the product development team, headed by Scott Sjovall, along with important input from engineer, Roy Meyer , they developed a dual feedback closed-loop fuel-injection system that would work in original equipment applications and continue to lead the performance industry.
The result of that effort is now here as S&S Cycle is the first company in the American V-Twin market to bring a Dual Feedback Closed-Loop Fuel-Injection system for big twins to the public. The system will be available with either the traditional S&S teardrop air cleaner or the new dual-runner induction system. This state-of-the-art system will increase engine performance while greatly reducing emissions output – essentially providing the best of both worlds.
“We have been testing this system in various settings for over a year,” said S&S VP of product development, Scott Sjovall. “In addition to extensive laboratory testing, we have been conducting real- world road tests with a multitude of bikes in remote locations, along with riding to rallies across the country and the daily testing around our facility in Viola,” continued Sjovall. “This is by far the most solid development program we’ve conducted for fuel delivery systems in years – this system has definitely proven its reliability and enhanced performance.”
A select group of Original Equipment American V-Twin manufacturers will be using this system on specific 2006 models, taking advantage of the S&S closed-loop systems technology that allows a performance engine to meet stringent EPA guidelines and still deliver outstanding performance and excellent rideability. However, the S&S closed-loop system is not limited to O.E. manufacturers; it will also be available to qualified S&S dealers this fall.
Performance enthusiasts and shops across the world will appreciate the S&S closed-loop system tuning capability. Essentially it is self-tuning, so once you load a basic map into the control module, the sensors – one per cylinder – will tune the bike constantly and for the life of the engine. From cam changes to pipe swaps, the S&S closed-loop system will tune the bike without hours of time on a dyno. Additionally, as the engine is subject to different types of riding, altitude, climate and load, the S&S closed-loop system will watch the performance of each cylinder and keep the optimum fuel mixture, while maintaining superior emissions control.
“Over the years, fuel delivery systems have put us on the map,” said S&S president, Brett Smith. “Our re-commitment to these systems will allow us to be a one-stop experience for aftermarket performance enthusiasts, dealers, and OE’s alike. This dual closed-loop fuel injection system is a premium, state-of-the-art product that will both improve performance of the engine and reduce gaseous emissions as we prepare for inevitable regulatory changes in 2008,” continued Smith. “I am very proud of our world-class product development team for allowing us to be the first to bring this technology to the American V-Twin market; it is an honor to carry on the tradition that my Grandfather started back in 1958.”
KRB, Here`s a Bike– a long time Partner just restored………
I left early this AM took the Shovelhead out had a ball……Forgot how much fun the jockey shifter was…….Change out the seat added the P-pad…….
Bob T
BUS FOR SALE–In 2004 I drove an American school bus across Mexico to Guatemala. In Guatemala it was converted into a ‘chicken bus’. (This is the name that backpackers give to inter urban buses in developing countries. The locals refer to these buses as ‘camionetas’.) The bus had two partitions installed, one behind the driver and one 10 feet from the rear door. The original idea was to purchase a loading ramp and park 3 Harleys in the rear compartment and party in the front room. The bus was then returned to the States. Unfortunately the intended purchaser, an exotic dancer called Laura, found God and turned her curvaceous back on Harleys and stripping poles. Which left me with the chicken bus, which is parked at the Kansas Bus Connection in Lawrence, Kansas. Following a dispute with the forces of righteousness I find myself unable to return to the United States for 5 years and am currently residing in Antigua, Guatemala.So here’s my dilemma, I own the only chicken bus in the United States. It is ready to be fitted out as a Harley hauler. It turns heads wherever it goes and I need to sell it.
You can view it on www.chickenbus.net If you have any advice on how to advertise this bus I would greatly appreciate your assistance.
Thanks,
Gwyn Lawrence
THE IRS–The Internal Revenue sends their auditor (a nasty little man) to audit a synagogue. The auditor is doing all the checks, and then turns to the Rabbi and says, “I noticed that you buy a lot of candles.”
“Yes,” answered the Rabbi.
“Well, Rabbi, what do you do with the candle drippings?” he asked.
“A good question,” noted the Rabbi. “We actually save them up. When we have enough, we send them back to the candle maker and every now and then, they send us a free box of candles.”
“Oh,” replied the auditor somewhat disappointed that his question actually had a practical answer. So he thought he’d try another question, in his obnoxious way… “Rabbi, what about all these matzo purchases? What do you do with the crumbs from the matzo?”
?Ah, yes,” replied the Rabbi calmly, ” we actually collect up the crumbs, we send them in a box back to the manufacturer and every now and then, they send a box of matzo balls.”
“Oh,” replied the auditor, thinking hard how to fluster the rabbi, “Well,Rabbi,” he went on, “what do you do with all the foreskins from the circumcisions? “
“Yes, here too, we do not waste,” answered the Rabbi. “What we do is save up all the foreskins, and when we have enough we actually send them to the Internal Revenue Service.”
“Internal Revenue Service?,” questioned the auditor in disbelief.
“Ah, yes,” replied the Rabbi, “Internal Revenue Service. And about once a year, they send us a little prick like you.
RevCarl
PEREWITZ OPENS WORLDWIDE HEADQUARTERS– Close on the heels of his immensely popular appearances on the Discovery Channel?s ?Biker Build Off,? Master Builder Dave Perewitz has just announced the Grand Opening of his new State-of-the-art facility, PEREWITZ CYCLE FABRICATIONS.
Scheduled for Saturday, April 30, the Grand Opening celebration is certain to be one memorable affair with day long live entertainment, custom bike show, door prizes and complimentary food and drink. Add to this a huge display of Dave?s award winning machines, mind boggling selection of customs parts and accessories, leather goods, street wear and biker art all highlighted by an eye popping display of Perewitz amazing custom paint and you have a once in a lifetime event you don?t want to miss.
Thirty-five years in planning, design and construction, CYCLE FAB feels massive covering over 12,000 square feet! The building?s modern architecture seems fitting given Perewitz? ?class act? while providing a visual upgrade to the entire community. PEREWITZ CYCLE FAB is certain to be a focal point in the city and destination for visitors from around the globe.
Enthusiasts and the merely curious are greeted by a modern boutique style showroom where the vast collection of bikes, accessories and apparel are presented in a warm, comfortable setting where they can browse and shop at leisure. Motorheads will appreciate the elaborate service department and one of the finest ?JUST FOR CUSTOMS? shops in the industry. While the dedicated service department handles mechanical repair, service and upgrade work, the CUSTOM SHOP focuses on providing customers with the very finest in custom paint, components, total design and fabrication services. From simple bolt on pieces to complete custom motorcycles the in-house CUSTOM SHOP will offer it all.
Located at 910 Plymouth Street in Bridgewater, Massachusetts, CYCLE FAB is a short 35 mile run from Boston and approximately 45 minutes from either Logan International Airport or TF Green International in Providence, Rhode Island. Local accommodations and transportation are readily available.
Dave, this year?s recipient of the prestigious ?Life Time Achievement? award at the V-Twin Bikers Ball, has been one of the industry?s most colorful and important personalities for nearly four decades. Spokesman, designer, fabricator, master painter, and most recently Television celebrity and front man for PPG paints, Perewitz is without a doubt a ?grandfather? to the custom motorcycle scene.
Mark your calendar right now and make plans to attend the Perewitz Cycle Fabrications Extravaganza. For further details call Jody Perewitz at 508-697-3595.
BILLY LANE/CHOPPERS INC NEWS–
Billy Lane?s Blood Sweat & Gears Tour reaches Thousands during Bike Week including One in Iraq
Blood Sweat & Gears Tour First Stop Deemed Success
During Daytona Bike Week Billy Lane and other well known motorcycle builders worked in front of crowds daily to customize a bike for one special rider.
As promised, the Blood Sweat & Gears Tour brought fabrication and custom motorcycle building to the masses live. With daily build sessions lasting up to four hours, Billy and his on-stage help had a lot of work that needed to be done. Starting with tearing off a chrome gas tank; to chopping the rear fender; to adding a sissy bar. Billy and the team got busy. ?What we knew and others didn?t, was we were working on a bike for one special rider- an officer in Iraq serving on the Special Forces? said Lane.
The officer?s wife had contacted Billy to inquire about what type of sissy bar would be right for their bike. She was hoping to surprise her husband and have one installed while her husband was overseas. Billy took her initial request to the next level. He agreed to do the sissy bar, and more, as his way of thanking her husband for his work. She delivered the bike to Billy?s shop in Melbourne just before Bike Week and Billy rode it on stage the first day of the Tour.
Daily Billy would remind folks of why he was there, honoring this special officer. ?I wanted to create a real exciting, one of a kind experience for the officer even though he couldn?t be there himself. His entire Battalion knew what we were doing, they even helped arrange a time for us to speak with him. I knew it would blow his mind when he found out what his wife and I had been up to for the last week, I knew I needed to be able to let others hear his reaction too.With the help of Discovery Channel, we were able to coordinate a live ?feed? to Iraq and speak with the officer from the Tour stage. When the phone rang on stage, the whole crowd went silent and then his voice was there. It was so cool. During the call, we sent him email pictures of his bike and shots of the crowds that watched all week long. I knew after we had hung up, that I had done what I set out to do. I started the Tour with one mission and that was to give back to everyone that supports me and Choppers Inc. I felt like I had really been able to do that, even just this little bit. This is what it is all about? said Billy Lane.
The Blood Sweat & Gears Tour is based on a unique concept, Billy interacting with crowds doing what he does best- building bikes. Billy interacts with event attendees from a 50? open sided trailer. While on the trailer, Billy works on bikes. Each day, people attending have a chance to join Billy on stage to work on their own bike. Billy shows them everything from simple installation of parts; to basic fabricating skills. All of the activity is captured on film for future broadcast potential.
?The first stop of the Tour was even more successful than we expected. We were able to work with folks from all around the country and even the world. With the help of Kendall Johnson, Aaron Greene, and Dave Perewitz, the Tour successfully completed the officer?s bike in time for the call to Iraq plus work on 4 other bikes throughout the event. We even had Billy?s custom seat builder there showing folks how to hand build and wrap a seat, plus 5 lucky audience members got their bikes pinstriped for free by Billy?s painter? said Darcy Betlach, Tour & Partner Manager.
The Blood Sweat & Gears Tour is scheduled to be at the following major motorcycle events; Laughlin, Sturgis, Myrtle Beach, Daytona Biketoberfest and Laconia.
Sponsorship of the Tour is underway with announcements pending, for more information regarding involvement please contact Chrome Marketing Inc at 612 ? 940 – 6115.
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